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Spring Planting Guide: Tips for a Thriving Maryland Garden

Writer's picture: Patti LevillainPatti Levillain

Spring is the season of renewal, and there’s no better time to refresh your garden with new plants. Whether you’re adding vibrant flowers, productive vegetables, or hardy shrubs, proper planting techniques ensure a healthy start. At Scapers Landscaping, we help Maryland gardeners create beautiful, thriving outdoor spaces. Follow our spring planting guide for success this season.

1. Choose Plants That Thrive in Maryland’s Climate

Maryland’s climate offers a mix of hot summers, cool winters, and moderate rainfall, so select plants suited to these conditions:

  • Perennials: Favorites like Black-Eyed Susans, Coneflowers, and Hostas return year after year with minimal maintenance.

  • Annuals: Add seasonal color with Marigolds, Petunias, or Impatiens.

  • Vegetables: Cool-season crops like lettuce, peas, and spinach grow well in early spring, while tomatoes and peppers thrive as temperatures rise.

  • Native Plants: Maryland natives such as Cardinal Flower and Wild Columbine support local ecosystems and require less watering.

2. Prep Your Garden Beds

Healthy soil is the foundation of successful planting. Take time to prepare your beds:

  • Clear Debris: Remove weeds, leaves, and old mulch to make room for new plants.

  • Amend the Soil: Mix in compost or organic matter to improve soil fertility and texture.

  • Loosen the Soil: Till or aerate compacted soil to promote root growth and drainage.

3. Time Your Planting Correctly

Maryland’s growing season typically starts in late March or early April, depending on your location.

  • Cool-Season Plants: Plant hardy vegetables and flowers as soon as the soil is workable.

  • Warm-Season Plants: Wait until after the last frost (usually mid-April) to plant tender varieties like tomatoes or zinnias.

  • Follow Frost Dates: Check the USDA Hardiness Zone Map for specific timing in your area (most of Maryland is Zones 6-7).

4. Use Proper Planting Techniques

Setting your plants up for success starts with proper planting:

  • Dig the Right Hole: Make the hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep.

  • Backfill Gently: Fill the hole with soil, lightly tamping it down to eliminate air pockets.

  • Water Thoroughly: Water immediately after planting to settle the soil and hydrate the roots.

  • Mulch Around Plants: Add a 2–3-inch layer of mulch to retain moisture and prevent weeds.

5. Monitor and Maintain Your Garden

Once your plants are in the ground, ongoing care ensures they thrive:

  • Water Regularly: Keep the soil evenly moist, especially during dry spells.

  • Fertilize as Needed: Use a balanced fertilizer to encourage healthy growth and blooms.

  • Protect Young Plants: Use row covers or stakes to shield delicate seedlings from pests and weather.

Partner with Scapers Landscaping for Expert Planting Services

Spring planting can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. At Scapers Landscaping, we specialize in designing and planting gardens that flourish in Maryland’s unique climate. From selecting the right plants to preparing the soil and installing them with care, we’ll make your spring garden dreams a reality.

Contact us today to schedule your planting service and enjoy a garden that’s vibrant, healthy, and ready to thrive all season long!

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